The Brain Podcast: Recent Episodes
Dr. Shabnam Das Kar MD
We discuss science-based and actionable strategies you can immediately implement to improve your focus, eliminate brain fog, increase productivity, and prevent dementia down the line. We don't provide just more information, but we share how to implement best practices for you to get consistent results!
The most common form of dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease, starts 20 to 30 years before symptoms develop. To date, there is no cure for Alzheimer’s. A milestone article in the journal, Lancet, tells us that about 40% of dementia risk can be reduced if we address 12 specific areas mostly related to lifestyle. The FINGER Trial […]
Early menopause or premature menopause, either natural or because of hysterectomy, is related to cognitive decline and a higher risk for Alzheimer’s Disease. Does retaining one or both ovaries at surgery make a difference to your brain function? If you have had early menopause, what can you do? Is hormone therapy right for you? Which […]
More women than men are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease (AD). Age is one of the most significant risk factors for AD. Years ago it was thought that more women had AD because they lived longer than men. But recent research has shown that age is not the only factor. Alzheimer’s Disease starts 20-30 years before […]